Turntables — Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster II

The Debut RecordMaster II is an accomplished belt-drive turntable from Pro-Ject, built with an increased disc size and weight over its predecessor for smoother rotation and significantly improved overall sound quality. The Debut RecordMaster II brings Pro-Ject's considered engineering to a refined, accessible analogue playback format.

Key specs that matter

Two speeds are supported - 33 and 45rpm - via belt drive, with a pre-installed tonearm and cartridge. The platter is a 300mm steel design with a felt mat, with the increased mass over the original RecordMaster contributing to smoother, more stable rotation. At 415 x 118 x 320mm and 5.6kg, the Debut RecordMaster II maintains a manageable turntable chassis reflecting Pro-Ject's considered engineering standards.

Sound and use context

Expect smoother, more stable playback reflecting the increased platter size and weight over the original RecordMaster, with the resulting improvement in rotational consistency translating into significantly improved overall sound quality.

Pairing

The pre-installed tonearm and cartridge come factory-matched, and the Debut RecordMaster II connects straightforwardly to an amplifier with a built-in phono stage or an external phono preamplifier.

Alternatives

Pro-Ject's own Debut PRO B offers a more accomplished alternative with a carbon-fibre tonearm within the same broader Debut series.